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Learning that goes beyond textbooks
Learning that goes beyond textbooks

Learning that goes beyond textbooks

Curriculum

At The ELGI school, academics are designed to go far beyond textbook learning and examinations. Our educational approach encourages curiosity, conceptual understanding, creativity, collaboration, communication, and lifelong learning.

Following the CBSE curriculum, the school combines strong academic systems with learner-centric methodologies, technology-enabled teaching, experiential learning, and holistic development practices that prepare students for both higher education and life beyond classrooms.

Learning Designed for the Future
Structured Curriculum

A curriculum with purpose

Blending academic excellence, conceptual understanding, and life skills. 

The ELGI school follows the curriculum prescribed by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), offering a balanced and comprehensive educational framework that promotes academic excellence alongside overall student development.

The school focuses not only on academic achievement, but also on helping students develop analytical thinking, creativity, adaptability, ethical values, and confidence.

At ELGI, we give great importance to project-based learning. We dedicate a week to each subject area, enabling students to deep dive into concepts through hands-on learning experiences and showcase their work to the entire school community. Our themed weeks include Language Week (English, Tamil, and Hindi), COMSOC (Commerce and Social Science), SIMATech (Science, Mathematics, and Technology), and Co-Scholastic Week featuring Art, Dance, Music, and Sports.

Kindergarten

Nurturing joyful beginnings

An early learning environment where curiosity, confidence, and imagination begin to grow.

The Kindergarten program at The ELGI school is thoughtfully designed to create a warm, engaging, and joyful introduction to learning. The school follows an integrated early learning approach that combines Montessori practices, Phonics-based learning, Interactive learning tools, activity-based engagement and Foundational literacy & numeracy development. The learning environment encourages children to feel safe, confident, independent, and excited about discovering the world around them.

Children learning in kindergarten
Students learning in a classroom

Primary & Middle school

Building Strong Foundations

The Primary and Middle School years at ELGI are designed to build a strong academic foundation while nurturing creativity, communication, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning.

Learning through participation

Students are encouraged to

  • Explore ideas with curiosity
  • Ask questions confidently
  • Participate actively in discussions
  • Collaborate with peers
  • Apply learning meaningfully
  • Develop strong communication skills

Beyond classroom learning

Learning is enriched through:

  • Activity-based learning
  • Experiential learning
  • Technology-enabled teaching
  • Project-based activities
  • Reading and research initiatives
  • Sports and wellness programmes
  • Arts and creative expression
  • Co-curricular participation

The learning environment helps students build confidence, independence, responsibility, and the skills needed for future academic success.

Secondary & Senior Secondary

Preparing for Higher Education & Life Beyond School

The Secondary and Senior Secondary years are designed to help students transition from guided learning to greater academic ownership and personal responsibility.

Learning with purpose

Students are encouraged to:

  • Think critically and independently
  • Analyse and solve complex problems
  • Develop research and presentation skills
  • Strengthen academic discipline
  • Take initiative and leadership roles
  • Build confidence in communication and decision-making

Beyond academic achievement

Students benefit from:

  • Subject enrichment programmes
  • Career awareness and guidance
  • Leadership opportunities
  • Competitive examinations and Olympiads
  • Science and innovation initiatives
  • Public speaking and presentation platforms
  • Sports and wellness activities
  • Student-led events and projects

The academic ecosystem at ELGi supports students in becoming confident learners, responsible citizens, and future-ready individuals equipped to thrive in an evolving world.

Learning, Reflection & Growth

Assessment that supports learning

At The ELGi School, assessment is viewed not as an endpoint, but as an integral part of the learning journey. In alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP), ELGi School follows a formative, competency-based assessment framework that promotes conceptual understanding, critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, and application of knowledge. Continuous assessment across two terms supports holistic learner development, with a minimum attendance requirement of 85%.

How learning is assessed

Assessment at ELGi School combines multiple methods to provide a holistic understanding of every student's progress.

Academic Assessments

  • Periodic tests and written examinations
  • Class tests and monthly assessments
  • Term-end examinations
  • Practical and project-based evaluations

Experiential Assessments

  • Subject enrichment activities
  • Investigative and application-based tasks
  • Presentations and demonstrations
  • Activity-based learning outcomes

Continuous Assessment

  • Classroom participation and engagement
  • Notebook maintenance and follow-up work
  • Assignments and independent learning tasks
  • Observation-based evaluation by teachers

This balanced approach ensures that students are assessed not only on what they know, but also on how they think, apply, create, communicate, and collaborate.

Feedback that fuels progress

Assessment at ELGi School is accompanied by constructive and timely feedback that helps students:

  • Recognise their strengths
  • Improve learning outcomes
  • Develop confidence
  • Build academic discipline
  • Set meaningful learning goals

Teachers use assessment data not merely for grading, but to refine teaching strategies, support individual learning needs, and ensure every student receives the guidance required to succeed.

Beyond marks

The school also recognises the importance of holistic development.

Student progress reports reflect:

  • Academic performance
  • Co-scholastic development
  • Participation and engagement
  • Attitude and discipline
  • Skills and competencies
  • Overall learner growth

This comprehensive approach ensures that assessment remains meaningful, balanced, and aligned with the school's larger goal of developing confident, responsible, and future-ready individuals.

Assessment Across Different Stages

Primary School (Grades I–V)

Assessment at the primary level focuses on nurturing curiosity, foundational understanding, participation, and confidence.

Students are evaluated through:

  • Class activities
  • Subject enrichment tasks
  • Periodic assessments
  • Classroom engagement
  • Notebook and follow-up work

Teachers use assessment data not merely for grading, but to refine teaching strategies, support individual learning needs, and ensure every student receives the guidance required to succeed.

Middle School (Grades VI–VIII)

As students’ progress, assessment becomes more structured while continuing to support conceptual understanding and skill development.

Evaluation includes:

  • Subject enrichment activities
  • Written assessments
  • Application-oriented tasks
  • Classroom engagement
  • Notebook assessment
  • Term examinations

Teachers use assessment data not merely for grading, but to refine teaching strategies, support individual learning needs, and ensure every student receives the guidance required to succeed.

Secondary School (Grades IX–X)

In alignment with CBSE guidelines, assessment combines internal evaluation and formal examinations.

Students are assessed through:

  • Subject enrichment activities
  • Unit tests
  • Periodic assessments
  • Notebook evaluation
  • Term examinations

Teachers use assessment data not merely for grading, but to refine teaching strategies, support individual learning needs, and ensure every student receives the guidance required to succeed.

Senior Secondary (Grades XI–XII)

At the senior secondary level, assessments are designed to prepare students for higher education and future academic pursuits.

The assessment framework includes:

  • Monthly tests
  • Practical and project work
  • Internal assessments
  • Revision examinations
  • Term examinations
  • Board examination preparation

Teachers use assessment data not merely for grading, but to refine teaching strategies, support individual learning needs, and ensure every student receives the guidance required to succeed.

Subject choices in Grade XI

    Science Stream (1)

  • English
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Math
  • Biology /
  • Economics /
  • Physical Education /
  • Computer Science

    Science Stream (2)

  • English
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Psychology /
  • Economics /
  • Physical Education /
  • IP

    Commerce Group

  • English
  • Accountancy
  • Business Studies
  • Economics
  • Math /
  • Physical Education /
  • IP

    Humanities Group

  • English
  • Political Science
  • Geography
  • Economics
  • Psychology /
  • Tamil / IP /
  • Physical Education

Stream allocation for the Eleventh grade students is based on their aptitude and academic performance.

A day at ELGI

Balancing academics, activities, interaction, and student well-being.

The day at ELGI school is committed to building confident learners, responsible individuals, and future-ready citizens through meaningful education and everyday experiences.

The school continuously strengthens its learning infrastructure to ensure that students receive meaningful exposure to modern educational practices and evolving learning technologies.